Arsenal's intention to sign a central midfielder this summer is perhaps one of the worst kept secrets in football.
Granit Xhaka, Thomas Partey and Martin Odegaard have performed admirably in the Gunners' midfield this season but the need for more strength in depth is there for all to see. Even the signing of Jorginho from Chelsea in January could not prevent Manchester City taking a hold on the title race which, at one stage, seemed Arsenal's to lose.
Still, massive steps have been made throughout the 2022/23 campaign and sporting director Edu will be eager to improve Mikel Arteta's squad over the summer. That's where Declan Rice and Moises Caicedo come in.
